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The UMBC Professional Programs blog connects world changers, go-getters, and lifelong learners together through stories from our community.

Goal Setting Strategies for Graduate School Success
Master grad school with effective goal-setting strategies! Learn SMART goals, organization, accountability & celebrating success.

Building a Career in Workplace Psychology
Explore a career in workplace psychology through Aakanksha’s inspiring journey from India to UMBC and into impactful leadership.

10 Ways to Craft a Powerful Elevator Pitch
A well-crafted elevator pitch is a gateway to creating a lasting impression on others.

The Art of Conversation: Optimal Ways to Communicate
The art conversation happens when two or more people share space and all feel valued and heard.

How AI is Reshaping Careers for Advanced Software Engineers
Discover why advanced software engineers are essential in an AI world—insights from UMBC’s Software Engineering program.

6 Ways to Stick to Your Goals
Motivation is the willingness and determination that we need in order to meet our goals. Sustaining it is the key to becoming successful.

Mastering Time Management: Strategies for Success
One of the top challenges professionals face isn’t their work. It’s keeping up with the demands of the workplace.

The Benefits of Study Groups
Study groups can benefit you if you’re looking for an outlet to help encourage better study habits.

Do You Have Digital Burnout? | How to Detox From Devices
Is constant exposure to all of the information on the internet overwhelming you? Are you checking your social media notifications over tackling important tasks? You’re not alone.